When it comes to yard maintenance, weeds are inevitable nuisances. But to keep your plants and landscape looking beautiful, you need to stay on top of weed elimination. Fortunately, you can take a few simple steps to prevent them from growing.

How to Inhibit Weed Growth

1. Space Strategically

Closely placed plants will shade the soil between them, which will help reduce the number of emerging weeds by depriving them of sunlight. Take into account the plants’ expected size to give them enough room to grow without overlapping. Plant in block spacing rather than rows to eliminate unnecessary pathways.

2. Use Mulch

Mulch helps the soil retain moisture and attracts certain types of beetles and crickets that feed on weed seeds. Apply a two-inch layer of mulch in and around your plants as part of your yard maintenance routine. Applying a thick layer also helps squash any sprouting weeds currently present in your garden.

3. Water Wisely

Overwatering or watering carelessly can create breeding grounds for weeds. Only water at the base of your plants. It’s also a good idea to use a drip or soaker hose to rejuvenate your garden plants. The hose will conservatively dispense water directly at the base of a plant.

4. Pull Consistently

Manually pulling out weeds is hard work, but committing to a yard maintenance session once a week can have a major pay-off. Eliminating just one weed removes hundreds of its offspring. 

If you could use help with weeding and yard maintenance, turn to Ohana Nui Landscape in Ewa Beach, HI. Their Landscape Industry Certified Technicians offer over 15 years of experience and quality services at affordable prices, from professional tree trimming to turf installation. Give them a call today at (808) 218-3612 to schedule an appointment, or visit their website to learn more about their offerings.